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New suspect arrested in Ann Widdecombe murder
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Key Points:
- A 28-year-old white British man was arrested on suspicion of murdering Ann Widdecombe, a former Conservative minister and Reform UK spokesperson, in southwest England.
- Widdecombe, aged 78, was found with serious injuries at her home in Haytor, Devon, and may have been deceased for nearly 24 hours before discovery.
- The arrest took place in South Yorkshire with support from Counter Terrorism Policing North East and South Yorkshire police, though authorities stated there is no indication this is a terrorism-related incident.
- Ann Widdecombe was known for her strong Brexit stance and her role as a Brexit Party candidate in 2019, as well as her appearances on reality TV shows.
- Devon and Cornwall police have promised to provide further updates on the investigation.
